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NICU RN
Oakland, California
UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland

$1,278-2,677/week

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NICU

Role Overview

Travel/Contract RN position in Oakland.
12 Hour Days, variable weekdays, most likely Monday or Friday, with every other weekend minimum.
Level IV NICU post-op surgical unit with mixed acuity.
Candidates must be willing and able to float to other units and facilities as needed.

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in California
NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care (2 years of experience)
NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care experience within the last year
BLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association
PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support issued by American Heart Association
NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Experience working with NICU Level 3 or NICU Level 4 patients
Experience in a Teaching Hospital setting
PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care experience

Preferred Qualifications

Pediatric experience

Contract Details

13 weeks
36 hours per week

Facility

UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland

4.3rating(22 reviews)

1 nurse recommends working with UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland

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Review of UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland on Feb 7, 2026

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Childrens
190 beds

ADDRESS747 Fifty-Second StreetOakland, CA 94609

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About Oakland, CA

As a Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse in Oakland, CA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Oakland is higher than the national average, especially housing costs.
However, wages generally match up with the higher cost of living.

Weather

Summer average highs are around 72-75°F, and winter average lows are around 45-48°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available in Oakland, but they may require some searching due to high demand in the area.

Transportation

Oakland is relatively car-friendly, but public transportation options such as buses, BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit), and ferries are also available for getting around.

Demographics

Oakland is a diverse city with a wide range of ethnicities and ages.
Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to air quality.
There is a large population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Oakland offers a variety of activities including fine dining, waterfront excursions, walks and cruises around Lake Merritt, museums, art galleries, shops, performing arts venues, and musical performances at historic theaters.

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